Africa stories - Page 49
BT ramps up push into NZ market
Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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asnet technologies
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BT strides into NZ with Asnet for advanced communication solutions, enhancing global links and collaboration for local businesses.
UPDATE: Van Heeren's former business partner Michael Kidd seeks US$25M
Mon, 9th Feb 2015
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partners
South Africa-based Michael Kidd is seeking US$25 million from his former partner, high-flying businessman Alex van Heeren, who is disputing they ev.
CORRECT: Van Heeren's former business partner Michael Kidd seeks US$25M, High Court hears
Mon, 9th Feb 2015
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partners
Michael Kidd, a former partner of high-flying businessman Alex van Heeren in ventures including the Huka Lodge, is seeking a US$25 million interim.
What Kiwi enterprises will look like in 2040 according to Microsoft
Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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microsoft
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cloud services
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3d printing
By 2040, Kiwi firms will thrive on flexibility, with tech shifts steering NZ to a cloud-based, mobile-first economy, says Microsoft.
Strength in APAC positive signs for PC market
Mon, 19th Jan 2015
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
APAC's resilience shines as Lenovo, HP see growth, offering a glimmer of hope amidst global PC market decline, per IDC.
Software AG’s ANZ growth strategy starts now
Tue, 13th Jan 2015
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jobs
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software ag
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anz bank
Software AG bolsters ANZ expansion, appointing James Wooster as VP of sales to drive growth in key sectors and enhance regional operations.
YEAR IN REVIEW: NZ economy rocks on as milk's star fades
Mon, 29th Dec 2014
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healthtech
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economy
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banking
2014 was a year of the rockstar economy where New Zealand was a top performer compared to other OECD countries with an annualised GDP growth rate o.
Postie to launch new brands, tapping South African owner's supply chain
Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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postie
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banking
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retailers
Postie, the retail chain bought out of administration by South African retailer Pepkor, is betting on its new owner's economies of scale to boost s.
Dead phones raise millions for Starship
Tue, 16th Dec 2014
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telco
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swapkit
Over a million discarded mobiles raise £1.8m for Starship's air ambulance, proving the power of recycling for charity.
Chorus completes first Ultra-fast broadband town
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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government
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chorus
Chorus has today announced Oamaru is the first town in New Zealand to have its fibre network completed under Chorus’ ultra-fast broadband programme.
China's crackdown on polluting tanneries, Russia sanctions drive record slump in lambskin prices
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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market
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exports
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demand
Global lambskin prices have collapsed from the first quarter's record highs, as a Chinese crackdown on polluting tanneries and Russian trade sancti.
New Zealand retains rankings in key ITU ICT development index
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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telco
The report pointed to market competition and best-practice ICT regulation as the key drivers of affordable ICT services.
Thousands fall each hour for ‘free Audi R8’ Facebook scam
Mon, 24th Nov 2014
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email security
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
Over 200,000 duped by a Facebook scam offering 'free' Audi R8s, as Bitdefender reveals an alarming rise in victims mostly from the US and the UK.
Intimacy, mindset and innovation key for digital advertising success
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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smartphones
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digital signage
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advertising
The PwC Global entertainment and media outlook, 2014-2018, forecasts digital advertising will increase by 10.2% every year until 2018.
Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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facebook
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nfp
Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
Embracing the cloud and UFB for sustainability
Thu, 6th Nov 2014
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cleantech
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cloud services
Ricoh's Roly Smoldon discusses how embracing cloud technology and ultra-fast broadband (UFB) can drive sustainability and operational efficiency.
IDC report shows back to school promos and US appetite boost worldwide tablet market
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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apple
Boost from US hunger and school promos propels global tablet market up 11.5%, with 53.8 million units shipped in Q3, says IDC.
Big telco helps Kiwi tech firm increase profit
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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martech
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commerce systems
The latest generation of payment hardware such as that provided by Swipe is a good example of how technology can make it easier for customers to do business.
Kiwi companies at the forefront of the SKA...
Fri, 26th Sep 2014
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software development
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open parallel
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catalyst
NZ firms Open Parallel and Catalyst spearhead IT for the world's biggest radio telescope, the SKA, promising unparalleled sky scans.
Will the internet of products need digital ownership certificates?
Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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drones
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iot
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cartech
In a world buzzing with smart devices, the call for digital ownership certificates grows amidst privacy and liability concerns.